The new Powers of Attorney Act 2023 will allow some dramatic improvements to the way Lasting Powers of Attorney are established.
For the donor (the person making the LPA), here's a simplified breakdown of the new process:
Account Setup: Create an account with two-factor authentication.
Form 1 Completion: Fill out Form 1, providing ID and paying the fee.
Document Signing: Sign the document, triggering a text message with a verification code to satisfy the witness requirement.
Form 2 Submission: Send Form 2 to the certificate provider for review and signing.
Notification: The donor is informed when Form 2 is completed.
Form 3 Submission: Form 3 is sent to attorneys for their signatures.
Before you come out in a cold sweat and worry that you will not be able to cope with this, we will still be here to guide you through this process and advise on some of the really important aspects.
As a professional, one of the most time-consuming aspects is coordinating with the chosen attorneys. We need to communicate with them to obtain their signatures and ensure they fully understand their roles. This can involve sending letters internationally, as not all attorneys are based in the UK. Now, with the option to email Form 3, I expect we’ll receive faster responses, which will help expedite the process of putting the LPAs in place.
I am looking forward to this improved process. Bring it on!
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